Risk Control Consultant-Hortica

Sentry Insurance • Charlotte, NC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Risk Control Consultant-Hortica team you will conduct onsite risk evaluation surveys & complete detailed reports to assist our Underwriting groups with account acceptability. At Hortica, we believe people are our competitive advantage. We strive to attract, train and motivate our employees to keep Hortica as a market leader in our industry. We are committed to hiring people with the potential to excel. As a brand of the Sentry Insurance Group, we are the insurance specialists for the horticultural industry in America. Based on qualifications and experience, this position can be filled as a Risk Control Consultant I or a Risk Control Consultant II. The ideal Risk Control Consultant will be located in the Raleigh or Charlotte, NC area and be able to conduct onsite safety and risk assessments and training to our business insurance customers. Core service states are VA, GA, NC, SC. Additional service states include KY and TN.

Requirements

• Four-year degree within Safety Sciences is preferred, or equivalent work experience
• Bilingual in English/Spanish required
• Experience working in Horticulture/greenhouse farming setting (growing crops and vegetables in a greenhouse), and/or knowledge of produce food safety practices - GAP, GMP, GFSI, etc. a plus
• Emphasis in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or Physical Sciences preferred
• 2-5 years of insurance safety consulting preferred
• Knowledge of OSHA, DOT, FSMA, and EPA pesticide regulations
• High level of independence, organization, and self-motivation to work from home
• Ability to coordinate and service large accounts with multi location operations
• Familiarity with occupational safety and fire protection standards or regulations
• High level of verbal and written communication skills
• Acceptable motor vehicle record
• Ability to travel overnight up to 50% of the time

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in Horticulture/greenhouse farming setting (growing crops and vegetables in a greenhouse), and/or knowledge of produce food safety practices - GAP, GMP, GFSI, etc. a plus
• Emphasis in Occupational Safety & Health, Engineering, or Physical Sciences preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct onsite risk evaluation surveys & complete detailed reports to assist our Underwriting groups with account acceptability.
• Provide risk management and consultative services to businesses by developing and implementing safety polices, programs and procedures specific to each account.
• Develop and demonstrate safety management expertise in areas such as commercial property protection, employee safety, product and employment liability and vehicle safety.
• Develop, coordinate and conduct safety/risk management training programs for accounts to promote awareness and reduce claim frequency and severity.
• Develop and execute service proposals and plans to large accounts.

Benefits

• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office.
• Company vehicle with gas card
• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Extensive Work-Life Resources to lend a helping hand.
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree